Our Approach

WHY CHOOSE SBI?

EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE

We give every order close personal attention. Our customer service team is dedicated to ensuring your satisfaction.

HIGH-CAPACITY SYSTEMS

Our high-capacity, state-of-the-art equipment and finishing systems allow us to handle any order, from one yard to hundreds of thousands.

FAST TURNAROUND TIMES

Our lead times are the fastest in the industry. To meet your project deadlines, we also offer 24 hour, 48 hour and 3-4 day expedited options on all finishing and backing services.

UP-TO-THE-MINUTE TRACKING

Our in-house fabric tracking system provides up-to-the-minute status from the moment of receipt. Rest assured that your fabric is being processed and shipped on time.

NON-TOXIC EARTH FRIENDLY

We use lab-certified, non-toxic formulas allowing you and others to enjoy SBI-treated fabrics with confidence.

THE HISTORY OF SBI

Schneider-Banks Inc (SBI), was founded by owner and president Gene Banks in 1979.  As a former member of the Dallas Fire Department, Gene aimed to specialize in the application of flame retardants to upholstery and drapery fabrics.  By using only the highest quality finishing products and the most advanced application techniques, we have become American’s leading full service fabric finishing firm.

GREEN APPROACH

We are committed to providing our customers with finishes that do not contain harmful compounds and do not negatively impact the environment.  Our flame retardants, stain protectors and water resistant chemicals are are all green.  We are lab-certified, environmentally friendly.